Library to hold poetry contest for middle, high school students

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Mar 22, 2013 at 4:58 PM

An upcoming poetry contest encourages creative expression, rhythmic thought, unique speech and artistic language for middle and high school students.

An upcoming poetry contest encourages creative expression, rhythmic thought, unique speech and artistic language for middle and high school students. "Inspired Words" will take place at 11 a.m. April 13 at the Lexington Library on South Main Street. Winners will read their poems aloud to an audience.Contestants can only submit one poem that is their own work. The poems must be doubled spaced with a Times New Roman size 14 font. The entries need to include first and last names, school name, grade and telephone number.There will be five winners. First place will receive a $30 cash prize, and second place will earn a $20 cash prize. Each winner will receive a signed book of poetry by Dr. Maya Angelou. Entries need to be turned into the library by 5:30 p.m. April 5. Winners will be contacted by telephone by April 8.The event is sponsored by the library and the City of Lexington Human Relations Commission. Questions should be directed to Pamela Robinson at 236-3109.